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K.L. Kranes

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Rose Colored Reading Glasses…Does Meeting an Author Influence Your Opinion of a Book?

Meeting an author clearly influences whether or not I buy a book. Does it also influence how much I like a book? 

My Non-Escape From DC…How I Had a Unique (and Fun!) Vacation Without Leaving Home

20 minutes: How long it takes to drive from my house to the border of Washington, DC...7: Number of days I spent on my staycation.

June Wrap-up: Fire, Spies, Robots and Bookstores…Super Random, But Fun!

Random weather ruled my June and heavily influenced my activities...including reading...

Frankie Says Relax…But I Can’t!? Even on Vacation! #writerproblems

Two weeks. That's my vacation time every summer. Two glorious weeks free of work and calls and stress...Just kidding. That never happens...

I Like Lists (Especially Book Related Lists)…Does That Make Me Weird?

I really like lists, all kinds. But my favorite are book lists...So, not to be too 'on the nose' here, but here is a list of some of my favorite book lists!

Passed Over TBR Books: Talk Me Into Reading These Critical Darlings

You walk through the doors. The hairs on your arms tingle...

Finding (and Keeping) a Good Writing Critique Partner

I've participated in a whopping two critique group sessions and one official meeting with my critique partner. Of course, as is now commonplace, despite my limited experience, I suddenly think I'm an expert. (Thanks Holiday Inn!)

Inviting Authors to Book Club: Great Idea or Terrible Idea?

Bringing an author to book club can be tricky. Is it worth it?

May Book Wrap-Up: It’s Not Raining on My Parade!

Despite what felt like an inordinate amount of rain this May, I refused to be kept indoors!

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